The Simpson WP212-2 Welded Top-Flange Joist Hanger is built to support double 2x12 joists on purlins or beams, delivering reliable structural connections in both wood-to-wood and wood-to-steel framing applications. Designed by Simpson Strong-Tie, this top-flange hanger combines a heavy-duty one-piece welded top flange with a lighter stirrup for a practical balance of strength and economy. Its capacity for wide-range skewing and sloping makes it a go-to choice for complex roof and floor framing where standard hangers fall short, and its low nail count keeps installed costs manageable without compromising load performance.

Key Features

• Skews up to 84 deg. and slopes up to 45 deg. - accommodates angled joist installations that would be impossible or impractical with fixed hangers, giving framers far greater layout flexibility on complex projects.
• Solid one-piece welded top flange - provides extra stability in panelized roof applications, keeping the hanger rigid during assembly and reducing movement before fasteners are fully set.
• Top flange may be sloped up to 35 deg. to accommodate a sloped header - allows the hanger to match non-level bearing conditions without custom fabrication or field modifications that could compromise integrity.
• Highly modifiable with alteration options including opened/closed top flange and offset top flange - lets the same base hanger adapt to a wider range of site conditions, reducing the need to source multiple hanger models for a single job.
• Top flange made from 7-gauge steel; stirrup made from 12-gauge steel - the heavier flange handles bearing loads at the top while the lighter stirrup keeps overall weight and material cost efficient.
• Economical low nail-count design - achieves maximum download capacity with a small number of nails, lowering labor time and fastener cost on every installation.
• Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint finish - provides a consistent, clean appearance and baseline surface protection suited for interior and covered framing environments.

Why This Product

• Unmatched angular range for a top-flange hanger - the ability to skew up to 84 deg. and slope up to 45 deg. means this hanger handles the most demanding framing geometries without requiring a special-profile alternative, saving time during both planning and installation.
• Wood-to-wood and wood-to-steel versatility in one product - rather than stocking separate hangers for timber framing and steel beam applications, builders can rely on a single hanger model across both connection types, simplifying procurement and job-site inventory.
• One-piece welded construction adds stability where it counts - the solid top flange is especially valuable in panelized roof systems, where component stability before final fastening directly affects panel alignment and overall structure quality.
• Low installed cost without sacrificing performance - the combination of a minimal nail requirement and a dual-gauge steel design means buyers get a structurally capable hanger that keeps both material and labor costs down across large-scale framing projects.

Specifications

• Model Number: WP212-2
• Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
• Member Size: Double 2x12
• Seat Width: 3-1/8 in.
• Top Flange Gauge: 7-gauge steel
• Stirrup Gauge: 12-gauge steel
• Finish / Coating: Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint
• Max Skew Angle: Up to 84 deg.
• Max Slope Angle: Up to 45 deg.
• Top Flange Max Slope: 35 deg. (to accommodate sloped header)
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Supporting double 2x12 joists on purlins or beams
• Wood-to-wood framing connections
• Wood-to-steel framing connections
• Panelized roof applications requiring extra top-flange stability
• Skewed and/or sloped joist installations up to 84 deg. skew and 45 deg. slope
• Applications requiring a sloped header accommodation up to 35 deg.

Options

• Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders
• Refer to the Special-Order Worksheet for ease of ordering a Custom WP Hanger